Simon's second book, "The Sorcerer's Letterbox" will be published this month by Tradewinds Books. A time travel story that takes readers back to Merry Ol' England in the city of London.
Be sure to visit Simon's very informative website at: http://www.simon-rose.com
1.SR: How and when did you become interested in writing?
Simon: I've always been interested in writing since my teens I guess, although I was never sure if anything would come of it. One of the first things I began to write was a sprawling science fiction/fantasy epic that I still tinker with from time to time. I began to write portions of it down as a teenager and have never really stopped. It has changed its focus over the years, but the basic premise and plot remains the same.
My inspiration probably came from Marvel comics, sci fi movies and television and novels I was into at the time. In addition, I was very immersed in history back then, and still am, and devoured books on every historical period imaginable.
2.SR: Is there an adult from your childhood who inspired or encouraged you to write? or read?
Simon: Not particularly, or at least not one that I can remember. I actually read a tremendous number of comic books as a child, so much so that my parents became a little concerned. However, my teacher at the time assured them that at least I was reading something, and of course even comic books stimulated the imagination.
3.SR: You also write for adults, why and how did you make the transition from writing for the adult market to writing for children? Similarites, differences? Advantages, disadvantages of both?
Simon: My work has mostly been for children, but I have a number of story ideas for adults and a few screenplays with older viewers in mind. Occasionally, I may see a way to adapt a story line to a younger audience, but often I'll leave
